- Receiving purchase requests from various departments, reviewing and approving them
- Search for suitable suppliers, collect and compare quotations
- Negotiating with suppliers to obtain the best prices, quality and payment terms
- Issuing purchase orders and following them up until the materials arrive at the warehouse or site
- Follow up on stock levels and coordinate with warehouses for resupply
- Periodically evaluate suppliers’ performance and submit recommendations to management
- Ensure that received materials conform to technical specifications and purchase orders
- Preparing periodic reports on purchases and costs
- Adherence to company policies and approved purchasing procedures
- Coordination with Finance regarding invoices and payments
Requirements:
Experience in procurement and ERP systems
Good knowledge of supply chain and supplier management
Ability to prepare purchase orders and reports
Strong negotiation skills
Understand the technical specifications of materials (especially in a maintenance and operating environment if necessary)